The Philadelphia Eagles were established in 1933, replacing the defunct Frankford Yellow Jackets.1)
The team was named “Eagles” as a nod to the eagle symbol in the National Recovery Administration's logo, a New Deal program during the Great Depression.2)
The Eagles have won four NFL Championships: three before the Super Bowl era (1948, 1949, 1960) and one Super Bowl (LII in 2018).3)
They were the first team in NFL history to win back-to-back championships with shutouts in 1948 and 1949.4)
In 1943, the Eagles temporarily merged with the Pittsburgh Steelers due to World War II player shortages. The team was called the “Steagles.”5)
The Eagles play at Lincoln Financial Field, affectionately called “The Linc,” which opened in 2003.6)
Eagles fans are famously passionate and were ranked as some of the most loyal fans in the NFL.7)
Philadelphia fans once booed Santa Claus during a halftime show in 1968—a moment that remains infamous.8)
The team’s fans have a tradition of singing “Fly, Eagles Fly,” the official fight song, after touchdowns.9)
Lincoln Financial Field was the first NFL stadium to use 100% renewable energy. 10)
The Eagles won Super Bowl LII in 2018, defeating the New England Patriots, 41–33.11)
Quarterback Nick Foles was named the MVP of Super Bowl LII after a stellar performance, including the famous “Philly Special” trick play.12)
The “Philly Special” play from the Super Bowl has been enshrined in Eagles lore and even featured in the Hall of Fame.13)
The Eagles’ victory in Super Bowl LII ended a 57-year championship drought.14)
Chuck Bednarik, known as “Concrete Charlie,” was one of the last two-way players in the NFL and a cornerstone of the Eagles' 1960 championship team.15)
Steve Van Buren, one of the greatest running backs in NFL history, led the Eagles to their first two championships.16)
Harold Carmichael, a Hall of Fame wide receiver, remains the Eagles' all-time leader in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns.17)
Brian Dawkins, also known as “Weapon X,” is one of the most beloved players in Eagles history and a Hall of Famer.18)
Reggie White, “The Minister of Defense,” is widely considered one of the best defensive players in NFL history and starred for the Eagles in the 1980s.19)
Donovan McNabb is the Eagles' all-time leader in passing yards and touchdowns.20)
Andy Reid coached the Eagles from 1999 to 2012, leading the team to five NFC Championship Games and a Super Bowl appearance.21)
Doug Pederson became the first head coach to lead the Eagles to a Super Bowl victory in 2018.22)
Dick Vermeil, who coached the Eagles from 1976 to 1982, led the team to their first Super Bowl appearance in 1980 (Super Bowl XV).23)
Nick Sirianni, hired in 2021, led the Eagles to an NFC Championship in his second season (2022).24)
The Eagles have fierce rivalries with the Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, and Washington Commanders.25)
The rivalry with the Cowboys is particularly intense, often considered one of the most heated in the NFL.26)
The Eagles defeated the Giants in the famous “Miracle at the Meadowlands” in 1978 when Herm Edwards returned a fumble for a touchdown.27)
The Eagles were the first NFL team to wear black jerseys as part of their uniform in 2003.28)
They are tied for the most sacks in a single season (70) during the 2022 campaign.29)
Wilbert Montgomery's 194 rushing yards in the 1980 NFC Championship Game remain a franchise playoff record.30)
The Eagles have hosted the NFL Draft in 2017, which was held outdoors at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.31)
The team was featured in the movie “Silver Linings Playbook,” reflecting the deep connection Eagles fans have with the city.32)
In 2010, Michael Vick set a Monday Night Football record with six total touchdowns in a single game against Washington.33)
In 1994, Randall Cunningham launched a 91-yard punt, the third-longest in NFL history.34)
Eagles Charitable Foundation provides health services to underprivileged youth in Philadelphia.35)
The Eagles were among the first NFL teams to have a mascot, introducing “Swoop” in the 1990s.36)
The team is owned by Jeffrey Lurie, who bought the franchise in 1994.37)
The Eagles made the playoffs 19 times between 2000 and 2023, one of the highest numbers during this era.38)
Jalen Hurts, the current quarterback, became the youngest QB in franchise history to lead the team to the Super Bowl (2022 season).39)
In 2022, the Eagles had a 14-3 record, the best regular-season record in team history.40)
The Eagles' 1988 anthem “Buddy's Watching You” was a tribute to former coach Buddy Ryan.41)
Eagles fans hold the record for buying the most Super Bowl championship merchandise in the shortest time after a win.42)
Philadelphia fans famously climbed light poles after the Super Bowl LII victory, despite the city greasing them with Crisco.43)
Eagles fans travel exceptionally well, often taking over opposing stadiums with their energy and cheers. 44)